I was wondering if a clause could be more than one type at the same time. for instance could a clause be a dependant clause and a subordinate clause at the same time, etc. why or why not. ALSO If possible does anyone have a link to a page that well defines all the types of clauses in the english language?
2007-09-04 11:00:33 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
When it comes to clauses, they can either stand alone(independent), or they can't stand alone(dependent); you won't find one that is both.
Another good writing/grammar source is the following url:
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/grammar/g_clause.html#definitions
2007-09-04 11:57:03 · answer #1 · answered by Lee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can't think of any cases where a clause is more than one type at the same time. Here's a nice explanation:
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/clauses.htm
Addition: Sorry..I didn't read your second sentence carefully the first time, but I'm assuming you meant "in"dependent clause and a subordinate clause?
2007-09-04 18:13:35 · answer #2 · answered by Insanity 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋